People and Planet First

🌎 La cantidad de Empresas Sociales que existen alrededor del mundo sigue creciendo. 🙌 Y para acompañarlas y potenciarlas, necesitamos seguir ampliando la Red, el Ecosistema y la cantidad de personas convencidas de que es posible hacer negocios que prioricen a las personas y al planeta. Terminamos la primera edición del Programa Formativo en Empresas Sociales, y la esperanza de que existe un futuro posible —uno en el que se puede prosperar poniendo el bien común por delante— es absoluta. Las organizaciones People and Planet First son una certeza, una alternativa viable y un camino colaborativo. 🙏 Gracias a las 55 personas que formaron parte de esta primera edición y a nuestros invitados de lujo, por inspirarnos con su visión y experiencia: Pablo Híjar Disruptivo, Santiago Mejia Rendón Ashoka, Rossnaira Martínez Red de Impacto LATAM, Gerry Higgins SEWF - Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C., Shalabh Mittal School For Social Entrepreneurs India, Rahul Khera Balancing Bits, Raquel Duron Agora Partnerships, Pablo Ordoñez, Antonela Nuñez RUCA IMPACTO POSITIVO, Eduardo Jose Bazan Agras, Carmen Escudero Leoz, Ludmila. 💛 ¡Seguimos ampliando la red! Si te gustaría ser parte de las próximas ediciones, escribinos y te anotamos en la lista de espera :) Jessica Oyarbide y Maria Virginia Romero

Lucia's Imports (USA) is People and Planet First verified. Lucia’s Imports partners with Guatemalan families, artisan groups and cooperatives to provide fair trade market access for their handmade products. They collaborate with textile, ceramic and beaded jewellery artisans to improve economic wellbeing and create modern, functional housewares and accessories that embrace traditional Mayan design. Products are available wholesale, in their Lucia's World Emporium retail outlets and online. Lucia's Imports prioritises environmentally responsible and sustainably sourced materials including natural fibres, upcycled textiles and recycled packaging. They are a member of Fair Trade Federation, Green America, Local First Lexington and Live Green Lexington. Become People and Planet First verified here: https://lnkd.in/dQFQKm_H

📣¡Es mañana! La última clase del Programa Formativo en Empresas Sociales llega con invitados de lujo. 👉Empresas verificadas por People and Planet First compartirán cómo vivieron el proceso, qué aprendizajes obtuvieron y de qué manera esta verificación potenció su propósito y su posicionamiento. 🔸Antonela Nuñez  co- fundadora de RUCA IMPACTO POSITIVO 🔸Eduardo Jose Bazan Agras - Gerente general de Procuyo 🔸 Ludmila Riccio - Trabajadora de la Cooperativa de reciclado Alta Gracia CREA 🔸 Carmen Escudero Leoz - Socia de Asociación Civil Nuestra Tierra Un cierre inspirador para un recorrido que recién comienza. 🌍 🌱✨Conoce a nuestras organizaciones argentinas que están cambiando comunidades a través de la innovación social y sostenibilidad. Podés sumarte al Programa Formativo de Empresas Sociales y ver las clases grabadas disponibles hasta el 31 de diciembre 2025. Accede a todo el contenido exclusivo post curso. 🙌 👉Regístrate en: bit.ly/programasformativos

Wee Seeds (UK) is People and Planet First verified. Wee Seeds helps address the mental health crisis by providing parents, caregivers, educators and other professionals with mental health resources to teach emotional, mental and social wellbeing skills to young children. Their wellbeing toolbox includes a digital platform with animated videos, audio meditations, exercises and off-screen activities for ages three to eight. They also offer an employee benefit package for innovative employers that want to support staff wellbeing in a holistic way. For every toolbox sold, Wee Seeds gives one to a family in need through their Growing Minds social impact programme. Wee Seeds is a member of Social Enterprise UK, Social Enterprise Scotland and the Melting Pot Edinburgh. They reinvest all surplus towards their purpose. Become People and Planet First verified here: https://lnkd.in/dQFQKm_H

C3 - Companies Creating Change (United Arab Emirates) is People and Planet First verified. Companies Creating Change (C3) helps mission-driven founders unlock opportunities and accelerate their social and environmental impact. They work with a network of trainers, experts, investors and institutional partners to provide curated learning journeys for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. The first step is the C3 Impact Hub, which includes self-assessment tools, masterclasses and a curated directory of resources. Eligible startups are able to apply for a C3 Impact Accelerator on energy and food, education and skill development, financial empowerment, human health and wellbeing, creative industries or diversity, equity and inclusion. C3 also partners with corporations, government institutions and international organisations to develop programs for specific challenges or geographical areas. Accelerators are free for participants and include training, investor readiness, access to C3's international network and post-programme support. Become People and Planet First verified here: https://lnkd.in/dQFQKm_H

REDF (United States) is People and Planet First verified. REDF is building an economy that works for everyone by investing in employment social enterprises (ESEs) in the United States. These businesses exist to create jobs and economic mobility for overlooked talent including people with a history of incarceration, homelessness, substance abuse and mental health challenges, survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, disconnected youth and refugees and asylum seekers. REDF provides grants, impact investments, customised capacity-building support and community to amplify the success of these businesses and the people they employ. They prioritise entrepreneurs of colour and entrepreneurs with lived experience of these employment barriers. REDF engages in advocacy and government partnerships to unlock public sector capital and create systemic change. They are registered as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organisation and reinvest all surplus towards their mission. REDF maintains a national network of employment social enterprises. Become People and Planet First verified here: https://lnkd.in/dQFQKm_H

BAND (Switzerland) is People and Planet First verified. BAND provides outsourcing and production services in Bern, contributes to the circular economy and creates workplace integration opportunities for people with disabilities. They specialise in component assembly, electronics manufacturing, mechanical production, office and shipping logistics, food and pharmaceutical packaging services and mobile emergency teams. They also work with local disability insurance offices to provide vocational integration support, including assessments, career preparation coaching, training, apprenticeships, job search services, day care facilities and adapted employment. BAND invests in environmentally responsible production, reuse, recycling, sustainable procurement, solar energy and electric vehicles. They are a member of SENS Suisse, SOCIALBERN, Compasso, Impact Hub Bern and Next‑Generations.ch. BAND is a cooperative and is majority-owned by employees. Become People and Planet First verified here: https://lnkd.in/dQFQKm_H

New Image Laundry (Australia) is People and Planet First verified. New Image Laundry provides commercial laundry, linen rental, cleaning and yard maintenance services in Bundaberg and the Wide Bay-Burnett region, offers employment pathways for vulnerable individuals and minimises environmental impact through responsible practices. They offer laundry pickup and delivery, wash and fold, ironing, alterations and repairs and cleaning for hospitals and medical facilities, schools and educational facilities, commercial spaces and events. New Image Laundry creates an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who have experienced domestic violence or long-term unemployment and people with disabilities or mental health challenges. They use solar energy, energy-efficient machinery, water-saving techniques and environmentally responsible detergents. New Image Laundry is part of IMPACT Community Services and reinvests all surplus into their parent charity to support local people in need. They are a member of the Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC). Become People and Planet First verified here: https://lnkd.in/dQFQKm_H

Looking forward to hosting this session at the American Sustainable Business Network conference on the 21st alongside the fantastic Kellie Brownlow, Kevin McGahren and Kendra Tolford. Sign up in the link below to hear how People and Planet First verified enterprises and impact-led purchasing is changing the way we think about driving business impact in the US and follow Purchasing with Purpose to hear more!

ecomade manufactures ergonomic, durable, and fully recyclable mattresses in Switzerland and works to transform the mattress industry through innovation and circular design. Their mattresses are made from recycled foam, flexible steel micro springs, organic cotton, and Swiss sheep wool with a washable and replaceable cover to extend product life. 🙌 Each mattress comes with a digital product passport that includes care instructions and details on supply chains, cover replacement, and end-of-life. ecomade collects end-of-life mattresses free of charge for recycling. 🌍️ They partner with agile family businesses in Switzerland to reduce transport, ensure fair working conditions, and enable flexible on-demand production without wasteful overstocking. 👏 Their largest production site is fully powered by renewable solar energy. ☀️ ecomade is a member of SENS. Zürich, Switzerland https://lnkd.in/gfBhwEsg